Benin City, Edo State – The Edo State Election Petition Tribunal has struck out the petition filed by the Action Alliance (AA) challenging the electoral victory of Governor Okpebholo, citing a lack of substantial evidence to back the claims of irregularities.

Delivering the ruling earlier today, the tribunal maintained that the petition failed to meet the legal threshold required to nullify an election, reinforcing the legitimacy of Okpebholo’s win. The decision is seen as a major victory for the governor and his party, further solidifying his mandate to govern Edo State.

Inside the Petition: What AA Alleged

The Action Alliance had approached the tribunal with claims of:
🔹 Widespread electoral malpractice
🔹 Voter suppression in key areas
🔹 Irregularities in result collation

However, the tribunal ruled that AA was unable to present compelling evidence to substantiate these allegations, leading to the dismissal of the case.

What This Means for Edo Politics

With the tribunal’s decision, Governor Okpebholo now moves forward without legal distractions, allowing him to focus on governance and policy implementation. His administration has pledged to prioritize infrastructure development, economic growth, and youth empowerment in Edo State.

Meanwhile, sources within the Action Alliance suggest that the party may consider appealing the verdict, potentially taking the case to the Court of Appeal. However, legal experts believe the tribunal’s ruling has significantly weakened AA’s chances of overturning the election results.

As the dust settles, political analysts are watching closely to see whether the opposition will regroup for future elections or pursue further legal action.

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